- State agencies paying unemployment benefits make looking for jobs outside the state easy for individuals. The agencies realize that in many situations workers must look for jobs wherever they are. The main requirement for continuing to collect unemployment is an ongoing job search. For example, the state of Washington provides people receiving unemployment benefits with a job search log. The document requires job seekers to list the date of contact with a potential employer, the employer’s name and mailing address, and other information such as a job application reference number. Three contacts are necessary per week, with all or some from out of state if necessary.
- Living in another state while receiving unemployment benefits is also possible. People who legally qualify for employment benefits usually have the right to continue receiving the money even after moving to another state. Depending on state laws and qualifying guidelines, a person could lose a job, move to another state, and later apply to the previous state for benefits, which helps people who feel their employment chances are better out of state.
- State unemployment agencies allow workers to search for jobs out of state but usually will offer job placement assistance only for jobs in the state. State unemployment agencies often sponsor job fairs and also list jobs on the agency’s website. The agencies also may suggest in-state resources for job training and education. Job seekers looking for work out of state will have to identify other resources to help with their search.
- People looking for work out of state can use the resources of unemployment insurance agencies in another state. The job seeker can use the agency’s website and local offices to search for jobs, training programs and networking events.
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